North Stand Construction Discussion

[jrb]

The only reasonable question from me that would get an answer is what is the weight of the capping pieces.

There are quite a few things that interest me, but doubt they would be something they could answer on the spot, or would either.

Do you know if anyone form the design team will be part of the event or just Sisk?

I doubt most of those people mentioned will be there tomorrow.

John Sisk & Son - Linkedin

This week is Open Doors 2025 and we have sites across the UK supporting Build UK to encourage the next generation to choose a career in construction.

Today a group of 15 school children visited our Etihad Stadium North Stand Expansion site in Manchester. They listened to a range of presentations, including a 4D model demonstration and what a career in construction offers, had a Lego challenge to learn about how sites operate plus experienced views across the site in person with the help of of our colleagues.

Speakers and attendees included Paul Brown, our CEO, Alan Rodger, MD of our UK North and Infrastructure business, in addition to Build UK’s Deputy Chief Executive, Jo Fautley and Janette Barrett, Senior National Account Manager at the Department of Work and Pensions.

Paul Brown said: “Today has been great in showcasing to the young people who came today that the construction industry is ultimately good fun. Of course it has its really serious sides, but you can have fun on projects that is unique to the sector. If you like being outside or want a challenging career, this industry is fantastic. I hope we inspired those who came today and continue to do so during the rest of Open Doors week.”

 

[jrb]

Has this CGI been posted before?

It was in one of the Open Doors email attachments I received. I’ve only just noticed it when I was going through the emails for tomorrow.

 

[tailspin747]

Has this CGI been posted before?

It was in one of the Open Doors email attachments I received. I’ve only just noticed it when I was going through the emails for tomorrow.

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I don’t remember seeing that before. What are the buildings in the bottom left corner?

 

[jrb]

I don’t remember seeing that before. What are the buildings in the bottom left corner?

Good spot. I didn’t notice them.

 

[Coatigan]

Has this CGI been posted before?

It was in one of the Open Doors email attachments I received. I’ve only just noticed it when I was going through the emails for tomorrow.

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I've not seen it before.

Looks an earlier version with more of a concept and less detail than the PA ones.

 

[Coatigan]

I don’t remember seeing that before. What are the buildings in the bottom left corner?

Whatever AI thinks they are.

 

[Alty_Blue]

Has this CGI been posted before?

It was in one of the Open Doors email attachments I received. I’ve only just noticed it when I was going through the emails for tomorrow.

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Do we know what will be shown on the big ("massive") screens? Will it be just adverts and stuff or will it be match highlights, interviews etc? I'm not sure where the viewing area is designed to be (other than the fact they will be so big you probably don't want to be right up close to them.

 

[Pablo ZZZ Peroni]

I stumbled across this before:

Manchester City reveals new pictures of Populous-designed Etihad stadium expansion

Laing O'Rourke and Sisk set to carry out work on £300m scheme, planning application suggests

www.bdonline.co.uk

There are 12 CGIs and many new to me particularly of the fan zone. Apologies if previously posted.

The landscaping makes a huge difference. Do we know what the plans are?

 

[Coatigan]

Do we know what will be shown on the big ("massive") screens? Will it be just adverts and stuff or will it be match highlights, interviews etc? I'm not sure where the viewing area is designed to be (other than the fact they will be so big you probably don't want to be right up close to them.

There are very detailed conditions of what can be shown, how.much movement, contrast and light it can emit.

It has been summarised in the thread previously, will try dig up as I honestly can't remember the detail of it. I think from memory moving images i.e videos were allowed on the two screens up to a point in the evening, but the third was stills only, and up to a set brightness.

 

[pride in battle]

Has this CGI been posted before?

It was in one of the Open Doors email attachments I received. I’ve only just noticed it when I was going through the emails for tomorrow.

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No don't think so

 

[mcfcphil]

I've not seen it before.

Looks an earlier version with more of a concept and less detail than the PA ones.

The joints in the fins are offset, but regular.

Think this was discussed previously in that it would make it look better overall if they’re offset?

The fact the joints are included in the CGI suggests it’s clearly an issue that’s been given consideration?

 

[Coatigan]

The joints in the fins are offset, but regular.

Think this was discussed previously in that it would make it look better overall if they’re offset?

The fact the joints are included in the CGI suggests it’s clearly an issue that’s been given consideration?

You are right.

The sails are also noticeably deeper.

Agree, definitely shows that has been a conscious consideration, and they (at least at some) point had similar thoughts, that it is something that would make a difference. Also partly suggests I wasn't just talking shite for the fuck of it, and the devil really is in the detail.

I think that wouldn't have come through to the final product myself, if I'm being honest. Hopefully pleasantly surprised.

All based on he assumption this is an older image, of course.

 

[mcfcphil]

You are right.

The sails are also noticeably deeper.

Agree, definitely shows that has been a conscious consideration, and they (at least at some) point had similar thoughts, that it is something that would make a difference. Also partly suggests I wasn't just talking shite for the fuck of it, and the devil really is in the detail.

I think that wouldn't have come through to the final product myself, if I'm being honest. Hopefully pleasantly surprised.

All based on he assumption this is an older image, of course.

You know far more about this than me so I wouldn’t accuse you of talking shite for the sake of it!

 

[tolmie's hairdoo]

Where do yo get that figure from ?? That’s well over £100k per year ??? Think half of that would be more realistic

Not for the best ones. Some of these cranes are very few and they bring in ze Germans.

 

[Centurions]

There are very detailed conditions of what can be shown, how.much movement, contrast and light it can emit.

It has been summarised in the thread previously, will try dig up as I honestly can't remember the detail of it. I think from memory moving images i.e videos were allowed on the two screens up to a point in the evening, but the third was stills only, and up to a set brightness.

From a quick look I posted this back when planning permission was given for the screens. The planning reference number is in there if you need more info.

North Stand Construction Discussion

Linkedin. That's interesting. The school in Switzerland, I mean. My oldest went to Aiglon. Sorry. Completely irrelevant. As you were.

forums.bluemoon-mcfc.co.uk

 

[Coatigan]

From a quick look I posted this back when planning permission was given for the screens. The planning reference number is in there if you need more info.

North Stand Construction Discussion

Linkedin. That's interesting. The school in Switzerland, I mean. My oldest went to Aiglon. Sorry. Completely irrelevant. As you were.

forums.bluemoon-mcfc.co.uk

That's the one, thanks for looking it up. My post below it in more layman terms as well, both should answer the poster's question.

 

[Centurions]

That's the one, thanks for looking it up. My post below it in more layman terms as well, both should answer the poster's question.

Ha, I scrolled up and went back a couple of pages as mine read as if I was quoting or answering someone which puzzled me. I never thought of scrolling down :(

 

[Serge Blanco]

From the picture I posted the other day. Enlarged. This might answer part of your question/s?

Not sure if the terracing is just sat in the steel brackets, or if it's fixed to the steel brackets? I can't see any fixing bolts on the steel brackets.

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Probably isn’t fixed to allow for expansion/contraction with air temperature fluctuations

 

[Penders1957]

Not for the best ones. Some of these cranes are very few and they bring in ze Germans.

Can smell bullshit ! :-) lol

 

[Tim of the Oak]

Credit to Luke for getting, “Old Trafford is falling down” in